President Trump, responding to a question about Iran's reaction to the proposed points, told reporters during a flight aboard Air Force One: “They responded to most of them. Why wouldn’t they?”
“Iran agrees with our proposal. We requested 15 points, and we will likely be asking for a few more,” he added.
Additionally, Tehran provided Washington with an “extra gift” by allowing 20 oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which will set sail “tomorrow.” Earlier, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reported that Iran had agreed to allow 20 tankers flying the Pakistani flag—two vessels daily.
Trump also characterized the permission for 10 Pakistani tankers to pass as a gift.
According to information previously published by CNN, the 15-point plan includes: Iran's renunciation of nuclear weapons, the transfer of highly enriched uranium, limitations on Tehran's military capabilities, cessation of activities by regional proxy groups, and the resumption of operations in the Strait of Hormuz. In turn, Washington offers to lift sanctions, abandon the mechanism for their reinstatement, and support the development of civilian nuclear energy at the facility in Bushehr.
A Reuters source reported that Iranian representatives and the Supreme Leader consider the plan “unilateral” and noted the lack of minimum conditions for its successful implementation.
According to Tasnim, Iran has already sent its response to the American 15-point plan through Pakistan, demanding a cessation of hostilities, guarantees of compensation for damages, prevention of a repeat of war, and recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has also expressed the opinion that the U.S. position is an attempt to buy time.
